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Perception Carolina 14 Kayak
4.0 / 5
Balanced option for paddlers who want a high-confidence all-round setup with strong value retention.
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Carolina 14 | Sit Inside | Touring Kayak
4.1 / 5
Perception Carolina 14 Sit Inside Touring Kayak
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Perception Carolina 14 | Sit Inside Kayak for Adults | Touring Kayak | 14
The most versatile sit-inside touring kayak for all ages - Made in the USA
Extra cushy, ergonomic ZONE DLX seat with adjustable backrest
ZONE knee/thigh pads for added comfort/fit
Spacious easy-entry cockpit is spray skirt compatible for added dryness
Quick-adjust footrests accommodate paddlers of all sizes
Leak-proof one-piece construction with built-in buoyancy for added safety
V-shaped hull with soft chines combines stability and speed
Cockpit dimensions for the Carolina 14 are 39.5 inches long by 21.5 inches wide.
Handles that fine along with class 2 rivers.
Yes.
This would be a perfect boat for you. I am your size, an inch taller, and use it for my multi-day camping excursions and casual all day trips. It tracks very nicely but still maneuvers well.
01What are the cockpit dimensions?+
Cockpit dimensions for the Carolina 14 are 39.5 inches long by 21.5 inches wide.
02I kayak on a lake that can become choppy when windy. How well does it handle light chop, small waves, and boat wakes?+
Handles that fine along with class 2 rivers.
03Will cockpit size fit a 6’0” person+
Yes.
04I am 5'5" and 130lbs, would the Carolina 14 be too big of a boat for me? Looking for a good versatile kayak for day paddles and overnight trips+
This would be a perfect boat for you. I am your size, an inch taller, and use it for my multi-day camping excursions And casual all day trips. It tracks very nicely but still maneuvers well.
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